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    $2,395/mo

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    801 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI 53402

    3beds
    1,475sqft

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    Single family residence
    Available Sat Jun 13 2026
    Small dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    Detached parking
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Fenced corner-lotBeautiful bright and airyCustom kids playhouseBright kitchenSolid hardwood floorsStainless dishwasherMature landscaping
    Beautiful, bright and airy, fenced corner-lot 3BR, 2 full BA Cape Code home with architectural features. In- unit laundry machines, fridge, stove and dishwasher included. Enjoy the private back yard oasis with mature landscaping, patio and custom kids playhouse. Includes lawn service. This home is blocks from 3+ mile walking trail along the lake that leads to top-10 nationally rated North Beach on Lake Michigan and the Racine Zoo. 1st floor: dining room, family room and first bedroom have crown moulding and solid hardwood floors. 1st floor bedroom could flex as a home office with views of the landscaped back yard. Bright kitchen has newer 28 cu.ft. stainless Samsung Flex-Drawer refrigerator, glass-top stove with large oven, stainless dishwasher. 1st floor also has full bath. Upstairs has two large bedrooms and a full bath. Basement boasts large rec area that's great for a TV room (surround sound-ready), a second finished room that has been used as a home office and could flex as work out space or kids play room (no bedroom allowed). There is plenty of storage space, large with laundry area, utility sink, workbench and storage shelves. Aside from 1.5 car garage with built in workbench, and one driveway space, plenty of street parking is available. 1st month rent and equal amount security deposit, as well as a pet deposit and monthly fee (if applicable with approved small dog), due at signing. Credit score of 680+ required, no evictions, and 2.5x rent monthly gross income (lawful sources and verifiable only) for combined adult applicants. No bankruptcies in the last 7 years. NO housing voucher or assistance programs accepted. All prospective adult occupants must fill out an application through Zillow. Only this ad found on Zillow and affiliates (Trulia and Hotpads) are legitimate. There are no landlord fees to apply, only what Zillow requires, or to view! Completed pre-showing questionnaire required to schedule a viewing. Do NOT approach the property outside of a scheduled showing. Lawn service is included. Tenant must keep the yard clear lawn of obstructions and pet waste. Weeding, leaf and debris cleanup and other yard maintenance is the responsibility of the tenant and expected to be done regularly. Existing installed appliances/fixtures are provided until end of their useful life: tenants maintain. One small dog allowed, on case-by-case basis. Separate non-refundable per-pet deposit and monthly fee required. Proof of pet registration with City of Racine required. Tenants are responsible for all utilities (gas/electric, water, internet, cable, and any other) and snow removal. No property modifications or additions allowed, nor anything attached to the exterior of the home. Satellite dish must be pre-approved by landlord and ONLY installed on a pole, the location and installation of which requires prior approval of landlord. No Smoking, vaping or drugs of any kind including but not limited to cannabis and its derivatives. No criminal activity. Follow all City of Racine rules and ordinances. No sublet, short-term re-rental, or room-rent. Only people named in lease are authorized to reside. Basement area is not considered living space and no beds or sleeping space is allowed.
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    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,475 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Backyard Privacy, Bicycle storage, Cable not included in rent, Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Internet not included in rent, Lawn Care included in rent, No Utilities included in rent, Water not included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 276000005390000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Racine

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/1/2026Listed for rent$2,395+26.4%$2/sqft
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    5/5/2023Listing removed--
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    4/17/2023Listed for rent$1,895$1/sqft
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    3/27/2023Listing removed--
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    3/23/2023Price change$1,895+1.1%$1/sqft
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    3/22/2023Listed for rent$1,875+8.7%$1/sqft
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    4/25/2022Listing removed--
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    4/22/2022Listed for rent$1,725$1/sqft
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    3/24/2015Sold$104,500$71/sqft
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    Neighborhood: 53402

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